Production Cell Technician - Protek

Nordstern Group of Companies; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Full benefits package (RRSP matching)

4-day work week (Mon-Thurs, 10-hr days

Off-shift premiums

Paid lunch and coffee breaks

Absent Time Paid hours

Career advancement

Job summary

Protek Surface Technologies, part of the Nordstern Group of Companies, is seeking a Production Cell Technician to convert raw parts into finished, powder-coated components. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a structured 4-day work week with off-shift premiums and a strong benefits package.

The position involves operating packaging and coating-related equipment, performing daily huddles, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating or similar surface finishing processes.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift items overhead or at floor level in high-heat environments.
• Willingness to use pallet jacks and other production tools as needed.

Responsibilities

• Process parts according to customer specifications using work orders and operation sheets.
• Operate packaging equipment such as tape guns, box cutters, heat sealing machines, and shrink wrappers.
• Operate machinery including cabinet sandblasters, tumble blasting machines, and overhead workstation cranes.
• Assist in powder coating application.
• Operate a forklift to move completed orders.
• Participate in daily production huddles and fill out standard production paperwork for completed tasks.
• Engage in 5S activities and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Tools

Tape guns

Box cutters

Heat sealing machines

Shrink wrappers

Cabinet sandblasters

Tumble blasting machines

Overhead cranes

Pallet jack

Job description

Protek Surface Technologiesis a member of the Nordstern Group of Companies, which also includes Custom Castings, Forte Tooling Technologies, and Sure Cast Aluminum Foundry.

We are currently seeking a Production Cell Technician to join our team. The Production Cell team is responsible for processing raw, uncoated parts into finished, packed, powder-coated parts, following customer specifications.

Why Join Protek Surface Technologies?

What makes us a Great Place to Work? Our people and our culture matter! We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where values are recognized.We also offer a strong total rewards package, including:

• $2000 hiring bonus
• Competitive Salary
• Mon-Thurs, 10hr shifts, 4 day work week
• Off-shift premiums
• Paid lunch and coffee breaks
• Absent Time Paid hours
• Full benefits package including RRSP matching
• Comprehensive training program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Work boots and Safety Glasses reimbursement
• Continuous Improvement culture with employee rewards
• Active Social Committee

Key Responsibilities:

• Process parts according to customer specifications using work orders and operation sheets.
• Operate packaging equipment such as tape guns, box cutters, heat sealing machines, and shrink wrappers.
• Operate machinery including cabinet sandblasters, tumble blasting machines, and overhead workstation cranes.
• Assist in powder coating application.
• Operate a forklift to move completed orders.
• Participate in daily production huddles and fill out standard production paperwork for completed tasks.
• Engage in 5S activities and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Forklift operation experience(an asset but not required).
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift items overhead and at floor level, and withstand high-heat environments.
• Willingness to use pallet jacks and other production tools as needed.
• A commitment to teamwork and contributing to a continuous improvement culture.
• Experience with powder coating or similar surface finishing processes